IELTS Exam Dates 2024: Check Available Exam Dates

Shubhankar Das

May 31, 2024

Highlights:

Availability: IELTS exam dates are available 4 times in a month for the pen and paper, and on computer is available 3 times a day.

  • Fees: You need to pay INR 17,000 for IDP IELTS test schedule.
  • Dates: IELTS examination dates for the academic version are available on 48 dates, and the general training module has 24 dates.
  • Offline Schedule: Offline IDP IELTS test schedule can be done by visiting a registered test center.
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IELTS exam dates 2024 is available throughout the year. Booking for IELTS test can be done up to 4 times in a month, and in total 48 exam dates in a year. You can book the test for both offline and online modes as per your convenience. There are 82 test centers in India, and you can book your IELTS exam date 2024 accordingly. IDP IELTS test schedule for a computer based test is available 3 times a day throughout the week. To schedule your IELTS exam date 2024 you need to pay a fee of INR 17,000

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IELTS Exam Dates 2024

The test has three modules, IELTS academic, general training, and UKVI test. The test can be taken on a computer, as well as on paper. The online IELTS test is available thrice a day, and available throughout the full week. The paper-based IELTS academic test is available 48 days a year, and IELTS general training paper-based test is available 24 days in a year. Candidates are advised to go through IELTS exam dates 2024 mentioned below:

IELTS Exam Dates in June

Exam Format Exam Date
Academic Only 1st June, 2024
Academic and General Training 8th June, 2024
Academic Only 13th June, 2024
Academic and General Training 22nd June, 2024

IELTS Exam Dates in July

Exam Format Exam Date
Academic Only 4th July, 2024
Academic Only 13th July, 2024
Academic and General Training 20th July, 2024
Academic and General Training 27th July, 2024

IELTS Exam Dates in August

Exam Format Exam Date
Academic Only 3rd August, 2024
Academic and General Training 8th August, 2024
Academic Only 17th August, 2024
Academic and General Training 24th August, 2024
Academic Only 31st August, 2024

IELTS Exam Dates in September

Exam Format Exam Date
Academic and General Training 7th September, 2024
Academic Only 12th September, 2024
Academic and General Training 21st September, 2024

IELTS Exam Dates in October

Exam Format Exam Date
Academic and General Training 5th October, 2024
Academic Only 10th October, 2024
Academic Only 19th October, 2024
Academic and General Training 26th October, 2024

IELTS Exam Dates in November

Exam Format Exam Date
Academic Only 2nd November, 2024
Academic and General Training 7th November, 2024
Academic Only 16th November, 2024
Academic and General Training 23rd November, 2024
Academic and General Training 30th November, 2024

IELTS Exam Dates in December

Exam Format Exam Date
Academic Only 5th December, 2024
Academic Only 7th December, 2024
Academic and General Training 14th December, 2024

Steps to Book IELTS Exam Dates

The process for IELTS registration is so simple. To book IELTS dates, candidates first need to choose their region/country. Depending on the candidate’s choice, they have an option for choosing from 48 different test dates, throughout the year. Complete the full online application form by following a step-by-step process. IELTS test fee is 16,250 for both paper-based and computer-based IELTS exams. After completing the payment, candidates can schedule their exam dates.

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IELTS Exam Rescheduling, and Cancellation Process

Candidates can reschedule or cancel their booking for IELTS tests within 5 weeks before the exam dates. If a candidate wants to postpone or cancel their IDP IELTS test schedule, first they need to visit the official website. The cancellation and rescheduling process for IELTS exam dates 2024 needs to provide a valid, and serious medical prescription. Without a valid medical reason, candidates can’t reschedule the exam, and will not get a refund for their IELTS exam fee.

Slot booking for IELTS is very easy and simple, by following the official website instructions candidates can book their IDP exam test dates. It is advisable for aspirants to check the available IELTS exam dates, and then do the exam registrations as per their time.

FAQs

Ques- What is the exam date for IELTS 2024?

Ans- The dates available for IELTS in October are the 7th, 12th, 21st, and 28th of October.

Ques- How can I apply for IELTS 2024?

Ans- The application form can be filled out through the official IELTS website.

Ques- Is 6.5 a good score in IELTS?

Ans- The 6.5 score band is considered competent, as per the institution’s standards.

Ques- How much is IELTS fee in India?

Ans- The IELTS exam fee in India is 16,250 for both computer-based and paper-based examinations.

Ques- Is 6 bands eligible for USA?

Ans- A candidate must receive a minimum band score of 6.0 in each section, and an overall 6.5 is required for the USA.

Ques- Can I book IELTS 2 days before?

Ans- The three dates can be booked as early as three months before the test.

Ques- How many attempts are there in IELTS?

Ans- There are no specific limitations of attempts in IELTS.

Ques- Which country accepts 5 bands?

Ans- Most of the universities considered a band score of 6 or higher. While some institutions, in the UK, accept a score of 5 bands.

Ques- How can I get 7.5 in IELTS in a month?

Ans- Candidates who maintain a proper study schedule can achieve a 7.5 band in IELTS, within a month.

Ques- How to calculate IELTS score?

Ans- To calculate the IELTS band score, candidates are given a score from 1-9 for each part of the section.​

Ques- How often are the IELTS exams offered?

Ans- The IELTS exam is offered multiple times a month in most locations around the world. You get almost 3-4 days a month in India across various locations all over the country. You can select the date as per your preference. 

Ques- How far in advance should I register for the exam?

Ans- You must register at least 3-4 months in advance, especially for popular test dates and locations. This will allow you to get your preferred location and time to take the test. The test dates are dependent on the availability of seats. 

Ques- Can I register for the exam on the same day it is offered?

Ans- No, you will not e able to register on the same day as it is offered. The IELTS registration deadlines are typically several weeks before the test date. You must book the test as soon as possible as per the location of your preference. 

Ques- Is there a waiting list for the IELTS exam?

Ans- No, there is no waiting list for the IELTS exam. You can book the test if the seats are available. If the seats are not available, the website will not give the option to select that test center. However, some test centers may have waiting lists if all the slots for a particular date are full.

Ques- Can I choose the specific date and time for my exam?

Ans- No, you will not be able to select specific date and time for the exam. You can only choose the test center and the test type (Academic or General Training). The specific date and time will be assigned by the test center based on availability.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.

Comments

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pradeepraje
6 Jun 2022
What are the IELTS test dates in June 2022?
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rubab
16 Jun 2022

The following are the IELTS dates for June 2022 - Saturday, 4 June 2022 (Academic only), Saturday, 11 June 2022 (Academic and General Training), Thursday, 16 June 2022 (Academic only), and Saturday, 25 June 2022 (Academic and General Training).

For more details regarding the dates, you can refer to this link: IELTS 2022- Dates, Registration, Pattern, Score Validity, and Sample Papers

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anuj singh chauhan
6 Jun 2022
Is IELTS available throughout the year?
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rubab
16 Jun 2022

Yes, the IELTS test is available multiple times throughout the year. IELTS Test dates are available up to 4 times a month which means IELTS exams are available 48 times across the year. However, the availability of IELTS test dates may vary for the IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training exams. There is no limit to the number of attempts.